Quick Facts (26-27)
- Top Ranked CO School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,043 students
- Yearly Tuition: $43,420
- Application Deadline: Dec. 15 / Jan. 15 / rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Colorado Academy
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Top Ranked CO School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,043 students
- Yearly Tuition: $43,420
- Application Deadline: Dec. 15 / Jan. 15 / rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School News
- Colorado Academy's Newsroom - 11/06/2025Bookmark this page for dynamic content of what's happening on our 94 acre campus and 1,040 student body.
School Rankings
Colorado Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
SAT Score
ACT Score
Student Body
Sports offered
Extra-curric.
School History
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Students By Grade
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1906
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Campus Size
94 acres
School Motto
Creating Curious, Kind, Courageous, and Adventurous Learners and Leaders.
Student Body
Total Students
1,043 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
33%
State avg.: 25%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
159 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
75%
Average Class Size
17 students
Average SAT score
1375
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
30
(Out of 36)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Number of AP Courses
16 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
Advanced Computer Science - Data StructuresAP Calculus AB
AP Calculus BCAP Chemistry
AP Chinese Language and CultureAP Computer Science A
AP Computer Science PrinciplesAP Economics
AP EnglishAP French Language
AP PhysicsAP Physics C
AP Spanish LanguageAP Spanish Literature
AP StatisticsFilm
PhotographySenior Portfolio: Visual Art
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
Dec. 15 / Jan. 15 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$43,420
Tuition Notes
Pre-Kindergarten (full day): $34,870
Kindergarten (full day) - Grade 5: $39,700
Grades 6-12: $43,420
Summer Program Cost
$500
Summer Program Cost Notes
Cost varies depending on program and frequency
% on Financial Aid
18%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$20,000
College Acceptance Rate
100%
Admissions Director
Catherine Laskey
Admissions Associate
Abel Ramirez
Application URL
Endowment Size
$50 million
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Sports
Total Sports Offered
19 sports
Colors
White, Black, Red/Black/White
School Mascot
Mustangs
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
29 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Admission AmbassadorsAerospace Engineering
Architecture ClubC Club (School Spirit Club)
CCLT (Culture & Community Leadership Team)Community Impact Projects
Community Leadership TeamComputer Science Club
Engineering ClubEthics Bowl
Future City CompetitionGlobal Travel and Exchanges
HOPEInvestment Club
Kokopelli Literary MagazineMock Trial Team
Outdoor EducationREDI Lab (Research, Engineering, Design & Inquiry)
Robotics TeamSpeech and Debate Teams
Sustainability Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir ProgramFilm Festival
Jazz BandOrchestra Program
Rock BandSenior Portfolio Program
Theater ProgramTheater Tech
School Notes
- Colorado Academy is an independent school whose mission is to create curious, kind, courageous, and adventurous learners and leaders.
- Teachers, students, parents, and staff foster trusting and respectful relationships, enhancing our thriving school community.
- Students pursue excellence and seek to become life-long learners and contributors in our local and global communities.
- Welcome to Colorado Academy!We are a college preparatory independent school in southwest Denver, with forward-thinking ideals.We offer students an exceptional academic, arts, and athletic experience, with the development of each student's human capacities. Unique in the Denver area, our Pre-K through Grade 12 environment creates a welcome culture and community.Our missionis to create curious, kind, courageous, and adventurous learners and leaders.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Shane Boris '00 - Oscar award winner for Navalny
- SunHee Seo '17 - Professional actor
- Paul Wylie '83 - Olympic figure skater
- Norm Harris '94 - Founder of Denver's Juneteenth Music Festival
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Colorado Academy cost?
Colorado Academy's tuition is approximately $43,420 for private students and $500 for summer students.
Who are famous alumni from Colorado Academy?
Colorado Academy famous alumni include: Shane Boris '00, SunHee Seo '17, Paul Wylie '83 and Norm Harris '94.
Does Colorado Academy offer a summer program?
Yes, Colorado Academy offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Colorado Academy offer?
Colorado Academy offers 19 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Climbing, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Field Hockey, Golf, Ice Hockey, Kayaking, Lacrosse, Mountaineering, Rock Climbing, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball and Weightlifting. Colorado Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for most sports offered.
What is Colorado Academy's ranking?
Colorado Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for: Highest average SAT score, Highest average ACT score, Largest student body, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Colorado Academy?
The application deadline for Colorado Academy is Dec. 15 / Jan. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 15 / Jan. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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